Senior Research Analyst - Private Equity

FEG Investment Advisors • Cincinnati, OH

20h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Research Analyst (Private Equity) is responsible for sourcing, evaluating, recommending, and monitoring private equity investment managers across buyout, growth equity, venture capital, secondaries, and co-investment strategies. The role develops relationships with current and prospective investment managers, partnering with senior team members to lead and support investment due diligence and present recommendations to the firm's Investment Committee and clients. The Senior Research Analyst also conducts market research, develops investment theses, supports portfolio construction, and contributes to thought leadership and education on private markets for clients and internal stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in private equity, investment banking, consulting, institutional investment research, or a related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of private capital markets, including buyout, growth equity, venture capital, secondaries, and co-investment strategies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present investment recommendations to internal committees and clients.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and collaborate effectively across teams.
• Ability to identify and resolve or appropriately escalate complex issues with minimal guidance.
• Experienced in Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint with strong attention to detail, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Listen and learn while still taking full ownership of individual scope of work.
• Engage collaboratively with clients, investment teams and peers.
• Prioritize effectively and decisively across complex teams and competing priorities.
• Enjoy working in and learning about the financial investment industry.

Nice To Haves

• CFA, CAIA, or MBA preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing, due diligence, recommendation, and ongoing monitoring of private equity investment managers.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative investment analysis and present recommendations to the Investment Committee.
• Serve as a primary relationship manager for assigned investment firms.
• Partner with senior professionals to support manager selection, portfolio construction, and client deliverables.
• Maintain expertise across private capital markets and industry trends.
• Monitor investment manager performance, portfolio developments, and organizational changes; communicate key insights and recommendations to internal stakeholders and clients.
• Produce research reports, investment recommendations, and market commentary.
• Contribute to investment philosophy, portfolio construction, and educational content.
• Represent the firm in meetings with investment managers and at industry events.
• Investment Manager Research
• Due Diligence & Monitoring
• Investment Committee Support
• Private Markets Research
• Client Advisory Support

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities commensurate with qualifications and performance.
• Employer-paid life, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability coverage plus subsidized Medical, Dental, & Vision plans.
• Wealth Benefits including 401(k) and ESOP Programs with company contributions.
• Paid Time Off (Holidays, PTO, Parental Leave)
• Flexible work options designed to support work-life balance while maintaining productivity and collaboration.
• Employee-led culture committees focused on engagement, well-being, diversity, and a positive workplace environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior